Josh Rosenbaum DVM, DACVECC

Dr. Josh Rosenbaum, DVM, DACVECC is a board-certified small animal veterinary criticalist and the co-founder of Wasatch Animal Group in Salt Lake City. Dr. Rosenbaum is recognized for his expertise in managing complex and life-threatening critical illnesses including sepsis, severe pneumonia, traumatic injuries, respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation, and patients needing advanced transfusion support. Throughout his career, he has developed a reputation for providing thoughtful, detail-oriented care to some of the most medically fragile patients, particularly those with rapidly changing or multifaceted disease processes.

Dr. Rosenbaum is highly collaborative in his approach to medicine and works closely with specialists across multiple disciplines to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases. In addition to his critical care expertise, he frequently consults with other departments to help guide the management of high-risk anesthesia for procedures in medically unstable patients, with a focus on improving patient safety and outcomes.

His approach to critical care combines medical precision with deep empathy for both patients and their families. Dr. Rosenbaum places strong emphasis on clear communication, shared decision-making, and maintaining trust during emotionally difficult situations. He believes the best outcomes are achieved through a true team approach between the medical staff and pet owners, ensuring families feel informed, supported, and involved throughout every stage of their pet’s care.

At Wasatch Animal Group, Dr. Rosenbaum supports a practice centered on advanced emergency care, collaboration, and immediate access to treatment. His vision is a hospital where innovation, perseverance, and empathy drive every critical case, ensuring even the most medically compromised pets receive expert advocacy and the highest standard of intensive care.